Procedure For Using Universal Reinforcement Plate
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The universal reinforcement plate needs to be adapted. The plate must be divided if the distance between the pins is too great.
Dimension a is between 40 and 80 mm depending on the space available.
Secure plates with N4 punch rivets.
NOTE:
Ensure the rivet is positioned correctly! Rivet head is on the adhesion side!
Rivet the plate to the inside of the flange!